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Mechanical Engineering Internship Summer 2027
BAE Systems
- 🇺🇸 United States
- On-site
- Internship
- 1 day ago
- 51,186 – 69,088
- Technical Writing
- CAD
- Creo
- FEA
- ANSYS
- Pension
1 day ago
Job Description
The Electronic Systems’ Hardware Engineering Department is seeking candidates for mechanical engineering summer internships supporting all aspects of the engineering development and manufacturing lifecycle. At BAE Systems, we deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.Opportunities exist supporting a variety of efforts in engineering development, integration, test and transition to production efforts on complex electronic and mechanical systems.
Roles and Responsibilities may include:
- Provide engineering support to the design, development, and selection of basic hardware components utilizing fundamental electrical engineering principles, theories and techniques.
- Obtain working knowledge of company tools. Perform analyses and compile data for investigation by senior engineering personnel.
- Support the fabrication and testing of prototype or deliverable hardware. Document and present results.
- Support assemblers, technicians and inspectors for manufacturing issues on new and existing products.
- Develop or improve test fixtures, tooling, manufacturing processes, and other procedures for new and existing product builds to reduce defects and improve yields.
- Participate in and document corrective action requests using 9 Step problem solving methodology.
- Other duties and responsibilities as required.
- Networking with BAE Systems employees and interns.
- Informational sessions on a variety of topics exclusively for interns.
Required Skills and Education
Required Education- Pursuing a BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)Â
- Eligible for DOD Security Clearance.
- MUST be able to relocate to Northern NJ area
- MUST have reliable transportation to and from assigned work site
- MUST be able to work full 40-hour work week (Exceptions made for academics with advanced notice)
- NOTE:Â BAE Systems has multiple campuses within driving distance in the Northern NJ Region. You may be assigned to a different regional location in your final staffing placement
Preferred Skills and Education
- Demonstrated hands-on engineering experience
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with CAD tools such as PTC Creo
- Experience with FEA tools such as ANSYS Workbench, Mechanical, Icepak
- Experience with Additive Manufacturing / 3D printing
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
- Sector: Electronic Systems
- Job Category: Engineering & Technology
- Salary Min Point: 51186
- Salary Max Point: 69088
- Referral Bonus: 0
- Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
- Career Level: Internship
- Travel Percentage: 0%
- Shift: 1st Shift
- U.S. Person Required: Yes
- Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: Secret
- Clearance Level – Must currently possess: None
- Additional City (1): Totowa
- Additional State/Province (1): New Jersey
- Country: United States
- U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Mechanical Engineering Internship Summer 2027 · BAE Systems